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At Old Town Scottsdale's Sexy Roman, looks can be deceiving

By Sara Crocker

Jul 8, 2025

While the new Italian restaurant offers sleek design, presentation and service, some dishes fall flat.

This new Phoenix seafood restaurant is the spot of the summer

By Tirion Boan

Jun 30, 2025

Cold dishes, refreshing cocktails and a dose of fun are on the menu at this new Phoenix restaurant.

The 5 best things we ate around Phoenix in May

By Tirion Boan and Sara Crocker

May 29, 2025

Tacos, two delicious desserts and a classic Italian pasta with an Asian twist wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in May.

From Puebla, with mole: Hidden Tempe eatery serves family recipes with love

By Mike Madriaga

May 28, 2025

When his Mesa spot suffered fire damage, Alex Bonilla brought his grandma's recipes to Tempe. Here's how to get a taste.

Best barbecue in Phoenix: 10 restaurants to try in the Valley

By Tirion Boan and Sara Crocker

May 22, 2025

Leave the cooking to the pros this summer. When you're craving brisket, ribs or pulled pork, these spots can't be beat.

New Tempe hot spot Filthy Animal leaves us lost in the woods

By Tirion Boan

May 12, 2025

Since Filthy Animal made its Mill Avenue debut, reservations have been a hot ticket. But a recent visit left us confused.

New restaurant George & Gather serves exactly what Chandler is craving

By Sara Crocker

May 9, 2025

With all-day service, cocktails and a market, this spot quickly became a go-to for the neighborhood. Here's what to expect.

The 5 best bites and sips we tasted around Phoenix in April

By Tirion Boan and Sara Crocker

Apr 30, 2025

Handmade pasta, refreshing cocktails and a triple-stacked burger wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in April.

New Scottsdale bar Liquor Pig brings luxurious fun, flavor to Old Town

By Tirion Boan

Apr 22, 2025

We can confirm, the Spam cocktail is delicious. Here's what else to order at Liquor Pig in Scottsdale.

This caramelized cake is our favorite dessert in Phoenix right now

By Tirion Boan

Apr 21, 2025

The menu at this uptown eatery offers a little of everything. Make sure to leave room for this decadent upside-down dessert.

The 5 best bites we tasted at Phoenix restaurants in March

By Sara Crocker and Tirion Boan

Apr 4, 2025

Standout sandwiches and top-notch tacos wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in March.

These tacos al pastor are essential Phoenix eats

By Tirion Boan

Mar 26, 2025

Not only are they delicious, these spicy, tender tacos are a screaming deal.

Chula was named Arizona’s best seafood spot. Here's our go-to order

By Tirion Boan

Mar 25, 2025

Chula Seafood's three Valley locations specialize in fresh fish. We can't get enough of one particular sandwich.

Culinary dream team opens casual burger joint. Here's what to order

By Sara Crocker

Mar 24, 2025

The awarded chefs behind Santo and Tacos Chiwas opened Main Burgers in January. The In-N-Out-inspired spot packs a punch.

How one determined chef created Phoenix's go-to casual sushi spot

By Mike Madriaga

Mar 13, 2025

Kevin Min went from a frugal catering hustle to Sushi Friend, one of the Valley’s finest, most affordable sushi restaurants.

The 13 best restaurants in downtown Phoenix

By Phoenix New Times Writers

Mar 11, 2025

From our list of the top 100 restaurants in Phoenix, these exceptional eateries are located downtown.

Global bites, cheap beers make Industry Standard a fit on Roosevelt Row

By Sara Crocker

Feb 28, 2025

Industry Standard opened in January, aiming to become a neighborhood spot with good food and great service. So far? Success.

The 5 best bites and sips we tasted around the Valley in February

By Tirion Boan and Sara Crocker

Feb 27, 2025

A tiny sandwich and a positively enormous one topped our list of the most delicious things we tried all month.

The 5 best things we sipped and savored around Phoenix in January

By Tirion Boan and Sara Crocker

Jan 30, 2025

Two James Beard semifinalists and two Valley bakeries served some of the best things we tried in January.

Steak or seafood? This dish from Flour & Thyme offers a little of both

By Georgann Yara

Jan 27, 2025

Chef Ivan Jacobo opened his new Phoenix restaurant in December. There, he's switching up a classic dish.

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